Trainee Teaching Assistant – Mitcham

Trainee Teaching Assistant – Mitcham

Train to Become a Teaching Assistant Through Our Early Career Teaching Assistant Programme

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Whether you have experience working with children and young people or are completely new to the sector, our Early Career Teaching Assistant Programme offers the perfect opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while receiving high-quality training and support.

Engage Education is currently recruiting Trainee Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming and supportive primary schools across Mitcham from September 2026.

About the Role

• Earn a minimum of £350 per week
• Full-time positions available from September 2026
• Support pupils in small groups and through targeted interventions
• Provide 1:1 support for children with additional needs
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson preparation
• Gain hands-on experience in a primary school environment

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, career changers, or anyone passionate about working with children and considering a future career in teaching, education, or special educational needs.

The Training Programme

Our Early Career Teaching Assistant Programme combines practical school-based experience with a comprehensive CPD training package developed by experienced education professionals.

You will receive training in:

• How to be an effective Teaching Assistant
• Supporting pupil progress and achievement
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Awareness
• Behaviour Management Strategies
• Enhanced Safeguarding
• Maximising your impact in the classroom

As part of the programme, you’ll also receive free access to over 300 online CPD courses, helping you develop specialist skills and build a successful career in education.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, proactive attitude
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.

About Engage Education

At Engage Education, we are one of the UK’s most trusted education recruitment agencies, with professional development and candidate support at the heart of everything we do.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Competitive weekly pay
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• A clear pathway into teaching and education careers

How to Apply

Apply today to begin your journey into education and secure a Trainee Teaching Assistant role for September 2026.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and references. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks. Full assistance will be provided throughout the vetting process.

If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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